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| The Newport Bermuda Race organisers will be hosting a series of free webinars starting on February 9th. A spokesperson said, “If the legendary Bermuda Race is on your bucket list, a new series of free webinars by the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee, sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority and Goslings Rum, will whet your appetite and […]
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| In total there have been 34 curfew breeches since December 18 2020, 19 males and 15 females, and the Department of Public Prosecutions has approved charges against 5 of them, while 27 are still pending, Minister of National Security Renee Ming said. Speaking at a press conference last week, the Minister said, “As the Premier […]
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| The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited offices will be reopening today [Jan 25]. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced that, effective Monday, 25 January 2021, its corporate offices in Bermuda will once again be open for in-person lending, corporate banking, private banking, trust and investment services from […]
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| Back on the track after a suspension of racing due to the pandemic, the Bermuda Karting Club race season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park with some restrictions in place. Five classes competed on the day, with Scott Barnes winning all three races in the Tag Senior Class. The L206 Senior Class saw Rian […]
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| Cody Rego concluded competed in the CSI3* Restylane Wellington Regional WEF Series in Wellington, Florida. Taking to Ring 9, Rego and Classic Derby finished 42nd in the Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal – Sec. A Class. Competing again in Ring 9, Rego and Classic Derby finished the ASPCA Maclay – Sec. A Class in 42nd […]
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| Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert recently starred in an episode of Canadian sitcom Kim’s Convenience, playing the role of Kwami and giving his native Bermuda a nod on screen. The actor’s role places him in an office at times, where a Bermuda flag is featured prominently in the background, making for a unique island link […]
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| The Government is encouraging the public to register for upcoming consultation meetings to discuss the proposal for Parish Primary Schools. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education is expecting a broad cross section of Bermuda’s public will come out to participate in a series of consultation meetings, beginning this week, to discuss the Proposal […]
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| Premier David Burt presented grants – totalling $151,700 – to six local community clubs and organisations, the Government announced this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, presented grants to six local community clubs and organisations, totalling $151,700, which will support youth programs and assist with capital upgrades. The initiative is in […]
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| Two men – aged 49 and 45 — were arrested this afternoon [Jan 24] and a replica firearm was seized. A police spokesperson said, “A replica firearm was seized and two males, aged forty-nine and forty-five years old arrested, after police received reports of two males wearing dark clothing and masks on a motorcycle near […]
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| “Our goal in Bermuda is to have 19,000 residents administered two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine by the end of March,” Premier David Burt said. The Government posted the graphic below online, which cites Premier Burt as saying, “Our goal in Bermuda is to have 19,000 residents administered two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine by […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association Referee Academy participants received their SAVI gear this morning. Bermuda Football Association Head of Refereeing Crenstant Williams said, “We are here today to present the Academy Referees with their SAVI gear.” This follows after the Confederation of North, Central American, and Caribbean Association Football [CONCACAF] recently announced a multi-year agreement naming […]
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| Monday, January 25 is expected to be mostly cloud, with the high to be near 18°C/64°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7:17am and sunset will be at 5:45pm. […]
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| In celebration of the 70th anniversary of the rediscovery of the Cahow, a virtual lunch and learn event will be held on Thursday [Jan 28], with guest speakers Dr. David Wingate, Miguel Mejias, and Jeremy Maderios taking part. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of the iconic 70th anniversary of the rediscovery of the Cahow, a […]
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| Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott made his first team debut for West Ham United, as the team booked their spot in the Emirates FA Cup fifth round with a 4-0 victory over Doncaster Rovers. The club’s match report said, “Two goals in each half eased the Hammers past their high-flying League One opponents and set up […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors and Cody Rego competed in the CSI3* Restylane Wellington Regional WEF Series in Wellington, Florida. In the USET and WIHS Jumper Phase, Rego and mount Classic Derby finished 32nd with 66 points, and they then had a strong finish in the WIHS Hunter Phase, finishing 5th in Section B with a score of […]
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| One of the tempered glass panels located on the western front of the LF Wade International Airport passenger terminal cracked earlier this month, and as a further precaution, Skyport and the construction team are “carrying out an assessment of each of the remaining glass panels.” A spokesperson told Bernews, “One of the tempered glass panels […]
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| Nathan Simons and his Indian Hills Men’s Track and Field teammates competed in the Northwest Open inside the Hughes Fieldhouse on the campus of the Northwest Missouri State University. Simons took to the track for Heat 7 of the Men’s 400m, crossing the line 5th clocking a time of 49.43, which resulted in him finishing […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] For a lot of people, gone are the days of being chained to a desk in a nine-to-five job, punching a time card in Monday through to Friday and dreading backed up traffic on Harbour Road. Over the last ten years there has been a lot of talk about “flexible hours”, […]
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| News that KPMG in Bermuda congratulated Ranisha Simmons, Ciara Rego, and Jahlae Outerbridge on the successful completion of their accounting designations, Dr. Cindy Trimm was featured on Good Morning America, Reverend Silvester Beaman delivered the benediction at the inauguration of U.S. President Joe Biden, and Bermuda’s Covid-19 status was changed to ‘Sporadic Cases’ were all […]
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| The Government media held another vaccine awareness conversation this evening [Jan 23] with panelists Dr. Shammah Williams and Dr. Michelle Spencer answering questions about the Covid-19 vaccine, and you can watch the video replay below. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide timely and accurate […]
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| Sunday, January 24 is expected to see sunny periods with a couple of blustery showers, with the high to be near 17°C/62°F and the low to be near 13°C/55°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7.18am […]
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| Over the next two to three years there should be an introduction of a tax on dividend and interest receipts, an annual rental tax on owners of large properties and multiple units [thus exempting all but high earners], an increase in taxes on sugar and other unhealthy products, and a carbon tax. This were some […]
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| The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS] is honouring six firefighters for their 10 years of service. A BFRS spokesperson said, “A career in emergency services requires compassion and self-sacrifice. It can be extremely demanding, which is why we have to honor those who have reached significant milestones. “It’s incredibly valuable to have long-serving staff […]
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| “Fitch-monitored Bermuda companies raised approximately $7.7 billion of capital in 2020/2021, including common and preferred equity, various debt securities and drawdowns on credit facilities,” Fitch Ratings said. A statement from Fitch said, “The U.S. property/casualty [P/C] insurance and global reinsurance markets, including Bermuda [re]insurers, are positioned to benefit from recovering market conditions in 2021, with […]
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| Walkers Bermuda is encouraging medical professionals to attend their PIPA webinar on Tuesday [Jan 26], with the focus of the webinar to be on health and medicine. A spokesperson said, “Walkers Bermuda will host its eighth webinar on the topic of the jurisdiction’s Personal Information Protection Act 2016 [PIPA] on Tuesday 26 January at 12.30 […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday January 32rd. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship and the Sider Tayrona general cargo ship are scheduled to […]
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| January 22 saw 225,549 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $863,808.15 BD. 132 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 5.0% at $33.00 per share, while another 40,000 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 14.3% at $3.20 per share. 185,417 shares were traded by One […]
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| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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| There were 601 test results received and none were positive for Covid-19, and the island currently has 49 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 601 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Additionally, since the last update, five cases have recovered. “There […]
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| Three private client advisers in Bermuda are contributors to a new book, Private Trust Companies: A Handbook for Advisers, putting the spotlight on Bermuda’s offering as a world-leading jurisdiction for the establishment of private trust companies. Published by Globe Law and Business, the book acts as a comprehensive resource for lawyers, accountants, family office executives, […]
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| The Carifta Games have been rescheduled to take place between July 2 and July 4 in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 2021 Carifta Games will not be staged on the traditional Easter weekend. Instead, the regional junior track and field championships will take place between July 2 and 4 in Bermuda. “The North American, Central […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 22] include list of proposed planning applications advertised. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On January 22, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0079/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 22 January 2021 Government Of Bermuda […]
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| Saturday, January 23 is expected to see some sunny periods with a few brisk showers, with more overnight, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 13°C/56°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 22] with the list indicating that there are thirteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 13 runs cancelled this morning, 40 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners [STEP] will be hosting a STEP Talk entitled ‘Bermuda Property, Stamp Duty, and Land Title Registration’ on Friday, January 29. A spokesperson said, “Join us for a free informative STEP Bermuda Talk – proudly supported by Bermuda Business Development Agency – on Bermuda’s real estate law as it […]
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| Outgoing Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] Executive Director Anne Hyde is joining Bernews today [Jan 22] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Related Stories Video: BNV With LaKiesha-Marie Wolffe Video: BNV Discussion With Gina Spence Video: Interview With Laurie Shiell & Dany Pen KBB Announces Changes In Leadership Gurret & KBB […]
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| The Pan American Health Organization has now changed Bermuda’s status to ‘Sporadic Cases,’ the Minister has confirmed. This is, in effect, an improvement, as the transmission classifications include ‘no confirmed cases, sporadic cases, clusters of cases, and community transmission.’ In November 2020, the island’s status was changed from ‘sporadic cases’ to ‘clusters of cases’, and […]
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| The TLC Group of Companies will host a series of free online events throughout Data Privacy Week from January 25 – 29, 2021. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda gets ready to enact the Personal Information Privacy Act [PIPA] and cyber crimes continue to rise, data privacy is becoming more of a focus in every day […]
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| In recognition of the United Nations’ International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, Titan Express and The African Bermudian Dispersion Cultural Tour will be offering a series of events in February and March. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of the United Nations’ International Day of Remembrance of the […]
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| In the fifth of a series featuring ‘BTA Harvest Heroes’ for the 2021 Restaurant Weeks, the Bermuda Tourism Authority highlighted Weldon Wade. The BTA said, “Weldon Wade is helping to rid our reefs of invasive lionfish and is the Founder of an ocean conservation organization called Guardians of the Reef.” The BTA previously noted that […]
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| January 21 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,242.05, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
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| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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| “The Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport released ‘The Return to Play Guidance’ to enable the safe and gradual resumption of local sporting activities,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Dr. Ernest Peets said this afternoon [Jan 21]. “The document has four [4] easy–to-follow stages, and outlines the various health and safety protocols for governing […]
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| Government House is advising that the “HMS Medway” will arrive in Bermuda tomorrow [Jan 22] morning in preparation for the Royal Navy ship’s second year deployed on Atlantic Patrol Tasking. A spokesperson said, “Government House is advising that the “HMS Medway” will arrive in Bermuda tomorrow [Friday Jan. 22] morning in preparation for the Royal […]
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| Total passenger traffic at Bermuda’s airport for 2020 was down nearly 80% versus 2019 and “is not expected to begin showing signs of recovery until the second half of 2021 and into 2022,” Skyport said. Skyport said, “As with recent announcements by Air Canada and British Airways, airlines continue to make difficult decisions regarding capacity […]
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| InsurTech NY and the Bermuda Business Development Agency will be hosting the 2021 InsurTech Early-Stage Competition, a competition that “attracts up to 100 promising startups from around the world with an opportunity to showcase their business and market potential to early-stage investors and insurance leaders.” A spokesperson said, “InsurTech NY, a global InsurTech hub, and […]
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| The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is launching a new education programme: “Tracing Our Roots/Routes”, a “series of online presentations, workshops, resources and an on-site contemporary art exhibit to support and encourage family history research and connecting to the past.” A spokesperson said, “During the global pandemic, interest in genealogy research accelerated. While sheltering in […]
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| The Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo [BAMZ] will be reopening to the public on Monday, 25 January 2021, after closing to the public since 12 December 2020. A spokesperson said, “BAMZ will reopen the whole facility to members of the public, members and overseas visitors. We wish to thank our patrons for their patience as […]
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| Friday, January 22 is expected to be cloudy, with morning showers developing into periods of rain by afternoon, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 21] with the list indicating that there are eighteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 18 runs cancelled this morning, 27 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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